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Charged after an arrest by D C Marks? 33.0% of their cases were dismissed.

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D C Marks
Colonial Heights
33.0%
Dismissed
vs 40.5% statewide
64.8%
Convicted
266
Cases
46th
Percentile
Top charge: Traffic Infraction
266 cases · 2025

What were you charged with?

See what happened in D C Marks's cases for your specific charge.

If D C Marks filed your case in Colonial Heights, here's what the data shows: 33.0% of their 266 cases were dismissed, and 64.8% resulted in conviction. That dismissal rate is below the statewide average of 40.5%. Statewide, this is higher than 46% of Virginia officers.

The most common charge in this officer's cases is Traffic Infraction (173 cases, 24.2% dismissed), followed by Other (46 cases). What happens in your case depends on your specific charge, the facts, and the court — but this data gives you a starting point.

Based on 266 public court records, 2025. Cases heard at Colonial Heights District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: May 2, 2026

Exhibit · Dismissal rate by charge

How cases involving D C Marks resolve, by charge

Highest dismissalWeapons Offense — 100.0% of 5 cases, the highest among this officer's most common charges.

Top 3 charges by case volume · Colonial Heights · 2025 public court records · methodology

Cases by Charge Type

Charge Cases Dismissal Rate
Traffic Infraction 173 24.2%
Other 46 48.5%
Larceny / Theft Guide 23 46.2%
Trespassing Guide 5 60.0%
Weapons Offense Guide 5 100.0%

Other Officers in Colonial Heights

Officer Cases Dismissal Rate
J M Walker 594 31.5%
T L Jones 458 21.9%
J D Webb 450 18.1%
J R Riley 421 26.3%
T E Bennett 351 33.5%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Officer statistics reflect case outcomes, not performance. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

Cases involving D C Marks have a 33.0% dismissal rate, compared to the statewide average of 40.5%, based on 266 cases from 2025 public court records. This rate is higher than 46% of Virginia officers. Many factors beyond the officer contribute to case outcomes.
The most common charges in cases involving D C Marks include Traffic Infraction (173 cases), Other (46 cases), Larceny / Theft (23 cases), Trespassing (5 cases), Weapons Offense (5 cases). See the full charge breakdown table above for details on each charge type.
Based on 23 Larceny / Theft cases involving D C Marks in Colonial Heights, 46.2% were dismissed. View full Larceny / Theft outcomes for Colonial Heights.
Based on 5 Trespassing cases involving D C Marks in Colonial Heights, 60.0% were dismissed. View full Trespassing outcomes for Colonial Heights.
These statistics reflect case outcomes from public court records, not officer performance evaluations. Dismissal rates are influenced by charge type mix, jurisdiction practices, evidence factors, and other variables. They do not predict individual case outcomes. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your specific situation.

Data source: Virginia public court records, 2025. 266 cases analyzed. Last updated May 2, 2026. See the 2025 Virginia Criminal Court Outcomes report for statewide context. — VirginiaCourtFile.com

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